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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Finland to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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